John 6:71

71 He spoke of Judas Iscariot, the son of Simon, for he it was who should betray Him, being one of the twelve.

John 6:71 Meaning and Commentary

John 6:71

He spake of Judas Iscariot, [the son] of Simon
These are the words of the evangelist, pointing out the person Christ intended, lest any other should be suspected:

for he it was that should betray him:
as it was determined and foretold, and which Christ knew full well, and therefore said the above words:

being one of the twelve;
apostles, whom Christ had chosen, and which was an aggravation of his crime.

John 6:71 In-Context

69 and we believe and are sure that Thou art that Christ, the Son of the living God."
70 Jesus answered them, "Have not I chosen you twelve, and one of you is a devil?"
71 He spoke of Judas Iscariot, the son of Simon, for he it was who should betray Him, being one of the twelve.
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